Master Thread: Review of the EV Sportline RMaxx Running Boards/Sliders (from Team 1EV)

[freshpow]

Currently at Americas Tires getting my rear tire patched. The pucks at their location do not fit the holes on the EV Sportline sliders. The holes in the sliders are too small. Hopefully this isn’t an issue at the Rivian service center.

I can always drill out the hole. What size is the hole suppose to be?

I initially had the same issue when I did a wheel swap at Discount Tire but their pucks, which were the Rivian pucks, had a small rubber nipple on top and after they removed those they fit just fine.

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[Jason C]

I initially had the same issue when I did a wheel swap at Discount Tire but their pucks, which were the Rivian pucks, had a small rubber nipple on top and after they removed those they fit just fine.

They were using the Rivigear Jack Pucks for Rivian R1T/R1S Jack Pad Lift Adapters. The rubber nipple was removed. They showed me the pucks. It seemed like the top of the puck was slightly wider. I'm assuming that was to prevent the rubber nipple from sliding off or maybe it was damaged (crushed). Not 100% sure. But it definitely didn't fit. They ended up using rubber pads on the jack. With the jack maxed out it lift the tire about 3/4" off the ground so they were able to remove the tire.

Just concerning, I didn't want to buy a set of pucks but maybe I will encase this happens again.

 

[SANZC02]

Got around to installing the running boards on my R1S today. The templates work well, the pro tips are very handy. I did not have it printed out actual size, the tips to measure the printout was a good one. I ended up swagging the location with the small printout and used the measurements to confirm, worked out great.

Did the 4 inch cutout method, was taking my time to double check all the locations (measure twice cut once) and took just under 2 hours working solo. They easily could be installed in less than 90 minutes without rushing.

Really like the look, feel very sturdy when standing on them and makes it much easier getting in and out, I have now disabled kneel mode.

 

[jebinc]

Got around to installing the running boards on my R1S today. The templates work well, the pro tips are very handy. I did not have it printed out actual size, the tips to measure the printout was a good one. I ended up swagging the location with the small printout and used the measurements to confirm, worked out great.

Did the 4 inch cutout method, was taking my time to double check all the locations (measure twice cut once) and took just under 2 hours working solo. They easily could be installed in less than 90 minutes without rushing.

Really like the look, feel very sturdy when standing on them and makes it much easier getting in and out, I have now disabled kneel mode.

Nice! Yeah, these things are rock solid! Zero flexing; like zero! Thanks, @EV Sportline!

 

[Hed007]

Can someone please recommend an installer in South Florida? Preferably miami?

 

[Foobar]

Does anyone have details on how the R1T sliders are shipped? UPS, FedEX, DHL? Signature required? How many boxes and approximate dimensions?

Thanks!

 

[jebinc]

Does anyone have details on how the R1T sliders are shipped? UPS, FedEX, DHL? Signature required? How many boxes and approximate dimensions?

Thanks!

UPS or FedEX, no signature.

 

[Foobar]

Does anyone have details on how the R1T sliders are shipped? UPS, FedEX, DHL? Signature required? How many boxes and approximate dimensions?

Thanks!

For anyone else's reference:

For me it arrived via UPS, signature required (even though everything else I get is always released - safe neighborhood), 4 boxes over 2 different days. Approximately 7.5 ft long, 1.5 ft wide, 3 inches tall. Two of them were 62 lbs each and the other two were 73 lbs each according to the UPS details.

 

[theGraniteChief]

i finished my install of the running boards recently.
i did the advanced L method and i printed the template on sticker paper.
it was a lot easier and quicker that i thought to remove the panels and install the RBs; about 1.5 hours per side (without remounting the panels). luckily i big torque wrenches to remove the TP55 bolts.

however, i then spent about 4 hours each side to cut the panels. it was nuts - way overkill but i didn't feel comfortable leaving the panels off after seeing the vulnerable underside. and the 4" method, well i couldn't live with back-in-the-day-hobby-car-stereo-installer self.

total install was spread over 3 days.

i did the extra step method where you mount it all up loosely, then torque the bracket bolts.
then remove the RB to work on the panels.
i used the template as a reference point to mark where the cuts needed to be; i wanted to get minimal opening (just the bracket).
i dremel'd a slice, put it up and re-evaluated the next cut. repeat 10000x until it all fit in.
i learned the hard way that the running boards themselves need space - so extra cuts were needed at the end.
i did the ends first, so i could center the center panel. then removed the ends to install the center.

i'm happy with the install (mostly because it's done), except the center panels are loose. it's crazy there's no screw holding it in. i gorilla taped the seams; we'll see if it holds. i have a feeling the next time i Dukes of Hazzard over the county line the center panel will fly off.

 

[krikiter]

I love these clean installs, but I can’t be the only one who just yanked the panels off and threw them on a shelf in the back of the garage, right?

 

[theGraniteChief]

I love these clean installs, but I can’t be the only one who just yanked the panels off and threw them on a shelf in the back of the garage, right?

That was the plan until I saw all the nooks and crannies under those panels. I had just washed off all the road salt prior to removing the panels and dirty thoughts filled my mind; you know - rock chips, squirrels, salt, rain..

 

[Jason C]

Seems that the holes for the jack pucks are to small on the set of sliders I received. I made a post on this back in February. I was told it was probably a bad set of picks. I don’t believe America’s tire, Rivian and now my set of Jackpucks all are bad. Anyone else have this issue?

 

[jebinc]

Opened my R1S running boards for the first time today to find the passenger-side board box with some water damage at the end. The outer box that the two board boxes were packed in and that the entire shipment came in was not damaged, just the box for the passenger-side board. No issues with the driver side board or any of the bracket hardware.

On removal, the frame was pretty dirty and the rear underside inner corner welding was actually a little rusted and dribbling water when I raised it up. I washed it off to see if the rusting was just superficial but it remains at that joint. I obviously emailed EV Sportline and awaiting a reply, but being a Saturday probably won't hear till Monday. Friend suggested to just install anyways, as it's not likely to be a structural issue and is going to be exposed to the elements over time anyways, and the hassle of returning probably not worth my time and energy. I decided to hold off and at least wait to see what EV Sportline says. Anyone else with a similar issue or any thoughts?

(Also, this was not a used or refurbished item of any sort, it was ordered new directly off the EV Sportline website. In fact, I had ordered them before they even had a chance to change the website description to indicate they are only for 2022-24 R1S and not the 2025 Gen2 refresh, which is what I have. When I tried to cancel my order, it was too late as they had already processed my order, but they said that they tested and installed the Gen1 boards on the Gen2 and had no issues minus possibly grinding down a washer... )

I’m sure when they open up today you will receive a reply. Curious if you paid for the shipping insurance that @EV Sportline offers when ordering large and heavy items?

 

[EV Sportline]

Opened my R1S running boards for the first time today to find the passenger-side board box with some water damage at the end. The outer box that the two board boxes were packed in and that the entire shipment came in was not damaged, just the box for the passenger-side board. No issues with the driver side board or any of the bracket hardware.

On removal, the frame was pretty dirty and the rear underside inner corner welding was actually a little rusted and dribbling water when I raised it up. I washed it off to see if the rusting was just superficial but it remains at that joint. I obviously emailed EV Sportline and awaiting a reply, but being a Saturday probably won't hear till Monday. Friend suggested to just install anyways, as it's not likely to be a structural issue and is going to be exposed to the elements over time anyways, and the hassle of returning probably not worth my time and energy. I decided to hold off and at least wait to see what EV Sportline says. Anyone else with a similar issue or any thoughts?

(Also, this was not a used or refurbished item of any sort, it was ordered new directly off the EV Sportline website. In fact, I had ordered them before they even had a chance to change the website description to indicate they are only for 2022-24 R1S and not the 2025 Gen2 refresh, which is what I have. When I tried to cancel my order, it was too late as they had already processed my order, but they said that they tested and installed the Gen1 boards on the Gen2 and had no issues minus possibly grinding down a washer... )

Wow, not sure how this go underwater and damaged, but regardless - easy - we'll send you a new one!

 

[Dre01SS]

Was on the fence between what I wanted (slider) versus what I needed (boards) and picked up a set of boards from EVS yesterday as they are local and offered 10% off for Labor Day. Tackled the install in the evening, piece of cake.

Running boards are solid, look great, and the hardware supplied is also good quality. Packaging was on point, would have had no concerns if had to ship anywhere. There were no instructions on the box, but between the detailed video and the install guide on the website, it was easy to follow along.

Install took 2.5hrs from the minute I started opening the boxes through clean-up, 100% solo job. Took my time with the whole process after reading many horror stories with the clips and the TP55 bolts. I chose to remove the panels and once I got the hang of the clips, there were very easy to remove (metal bracket the clips snap onto had 1 missing and 2 cross-threaded screws on one side... tisk tisk Rivian).

A breaker bar made easy work out of the TP55 bolts. If you're doing it solo like I did, to get the boards onto the mounts, lay on your back under the truck and do a hip thrust with the board and slide a bolt on both ends to keep it in place, then work from one end to the other with all remaining 6 bolts.

Now the kiddo will have an easier time, the truck looks great with them and I won't have to hear the wife complaining anymore either... 10/10.

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